| | | Family | Alliaceae | | Plant Type | | | Zone | USDA: 4a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H1 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3 | | Care Level | low, easy, suitable for beginners. | | Height | 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in) | | Spread | 25 - 30 cm (10 - 12 in) | | Light | full sun to partial shade | | Soil Moisture | low to average, well-drained | | Soil Type | clay to sandy | | Soil pH | acidic to alkaline | | | Description | Allium schubertii (firecracker onion) bears light pink blossoms during late spring to early summer. The foliage is faded green in colour. | | Typical Uses | Accent, border, container, cut flowers, dried flowers and mass planting. | | Special Characteristics | Butterflies are attracted to Allium schubertii . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer, and it is tolerant of drought. | | |